Can I Wear a Hoodie Through TSA?

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In most airports you have to take off your shoes, belt, light jacket, and sometimes even your jewelry before going through the security checkpoint, and hope that you don’t get randomly selected for extra screening. But what about a hoodie? Can I wear a hoodie through the TSA? And will they ask you to remove … Read more

Why Do I Set Off Airport Scanners? Top Reasons

You’ve taken off your shoes, belt, and jacket, you’ve placed your liquids and electronics in separate bins. You walk through the metal detector, confident that you’ll pass with flying colors. But then, it happens. The dreaded BEEP. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many travelers experience the same situation, and there are several possible reasons why … Read more

When Do Planes Start Boarding?

It is important to be at your gate and ready to board the airplane when boarding is scheduled to begin.  But when do planes start boarding? And do flights ever board early? For most US airlines, the flights will begin to board about 30-50 minutes before the flight is scheduled to depart. However, this timeline … Read more